How to Learn Paper Cutting

Author: Yao Hongxia
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Publish Date: 2001-03-01
Features: Paper-cutting is a widely practiced decorative art in Chinese folk culture. This book aims to teach folk paper-cutting techniques, providing a comprehensive introduction to the basic knowledge of paper-cutting. It specifically details the methods of cutting 50+ types of flowers, insects, characters, rocks, clouds, birds and phoenixes, livestock and dragons, auspicious texts and patterns, as well as symmetrical and isometric folding techniques and common paper-cutting forms. Additionally, it includes 97 exquisite works by the author, who has gained acclaim domestically and internationally, as technical examples for readers to practice and learn from. The book is richly illustrated, easy to understand, skillfully crafted, and features diverse styles, making it an invaluable and practical resource for beginners in paper-cutting, as well as for primary and secondary school art teachers and professional artists.